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The Individual Tax Identification Number, or ITIN, allows taxpayers who do not have a Social Security Number (SSN) to file income tax returns.
We are Certified Acceptance Agent (CAA), authorized by IRS to assist alien individuals and other foreign persons who are ineligible or unable to receive social security numbers (SSN), in obtaining an ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) from the IRS.
Frequently Asked Questions.
An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) is issued by the IRS to people who need to file a U.S. tax return but aren’t eligible for a Social Security Number — this includes many nonresident spouses, dependents, and foreign nationals with U.S. tax obligations.
Yes, this is one of our regular services. As a Certifying Acceptance Agent, we can verify your original identification documents in person, so in most cases you don’t have to mail your passport to the IRS.
The IRS typically takes 7 to 11 weeks to process an ITIN application, longer during peak tax season (January through April). We track the application and follow up if it runs past the normal timeframe.
A completed W-7 form, a valid tax return (in most cases), and original or certified identification — most commonly a passport. We’ll confirm the exact document list based on your specific situation before your appointment.
Yes — ITINs expire if not used on a federal return for three consecutive years, and certain ITIN ranges are subject to periodic IRS renewal requirements. We check ITIN status as part of preparing your return, so we’ll flag it before it becomes a filing problem.